University of Kansas summer-fall 2024, spring 2025 graduates

LAWRENCE — The names of more than 6,700 graduates at the University of Kansas for summer and fall 2024 and spring 2025 have been announced by the University Registrar. Many graduates and candidates for degree celebrated by participating in KU Commencement, which took place May 17.

Fce Essay & Artwork Contest State Winner Announced

By Dorene ReimerWichita County Prairie Pals County Council received word that 4th-grade Wichita County Elementary student, Forrest McKinney, son of Logan & Janis McKinney. won First Place in the State FCE Essay and Artwork Contest. The First Place win comes with $50.

Pleasant Valley Boosters July Minutes

submitted by Marcy Baker, Club ReporterThe regular monthly meeting of the Pleasant Valley Boosters 4-H club was held on July 28th at 8:00am. This meeting was our annual fair cleanup and float building meeting.

Pleasant Valley Boosters August Minutes

submitted by Marcy Baker, Club ReporterThe regular monthly meeting of the Pleasant Valley Boosters 4-H club was held on August 3rd at 8:00am. This meeting was our annual fair cleanup. The meeting began with all 4-Hers cleaning up at the fairgrounds after the Wichita County Fair.

Farm Bureau Presents Awards to Local Farms

Text and photos by Sam Giesick Farm Bureau Financial Services, LeotiFarm Bureau believes in the power of roots, both in the soil and in our communities.

WCHS National Honor Society Inducts New Members

Right: Newly-inducted National Honor Society Members (L-R): Tessa Bauck , Jayah Case, Camryn Biermann, Nancy Ortiz-Chavez , Holden Whalen, Tyson Peters, Taylor Beedy, Joleigh Mazanec , Benedic t HerbiasRi ght : The WCHS National Honor Society Photos courtesy Sara Brown

The Bones of the Matter

When I was in medical school, I learned that a shocking number of people would die or be admitted to a nursing home after a hip fracture.Even today, a hip fracture can be a devastating event for an older American. Up to 30% will die within the next year.

Commissioners Sign Law Enforcement Contract

COMMISSONERS MEETING January 20th, 2026 Time: 8:30am Meeting called to order by: Commissioner Carpenter Commissioners In attendance: Cole Carpenter, John Gould; Jason Wells, absent Also in attendance: Junior Garcia, Lanna Kreutzer, Mike Nickelson, Steve Baum, Kris Casper and Tyrelle Tankersley.

Commissioners Review Citizen Complaints

COMMISSONERS MEETING February 2, 2026 Time: 8:30am Meeting called to order by: Commissioner Carpenter Commissioners In attendance: Cole Carpenter, John Gould, Jason Wells Also in attendance: Junior Garcia, Lanna Kreutzer, Sheriff Kris Casper, Heath Starnes with INA alertApproval of January 20...

Kansas land values reflect stability

MANHATTAN, Kan. – Kansas agricultural land values appear to be stabilizing as producers enter 2026, according to Kansas S t a te Univ e r s i t y Extension experts.